The middle school curriculum is guided by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP).
A set of attributes developed throughout all ages of the IB curriculum that help members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them.
We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.
We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.
We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.
We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives—intellectual, physical and emotional—to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognise our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.
We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.
The MYP curriculum exposes students to big ideas that have relevance within specific disciplines and across subject areas. Students use concepts to inquire into issues of personal, local and global significance, building deep lifelong understanding.
Read Frequently Asked Questions about the IBStudents learn skills applicable across their lives that help them to become more reflective, independent and responsible learners.
Read More about IB Approaches to LearningStudents learn best when their learning is connected to their lives. As part of the MYP curriculum, students explore interdisciplinary themes such as globalisation and sustainability, fairness and development, identities and relationships, personal and cultural expression, orientation in space and time, and scientific and technical innovation.
Read More about IB Global ContextsStudents have the option of studying Spanish, French and/or Mandarin. Language immersion trips are also available.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math skills are integrated across the curriculum and students can pursue these fields in-depth in the co-curricular and electives programmes.
Students have the opportunity to explore their creativity and communication in a variety of performing and visual arts mediums while working with visiting artists.
Meeting for 90 minutes weekly, electives are an opportunity for students to pursue their passions or develop new interests.
Each grade attends a field trip that plays a major role in linking classroom-based inquiries to the larger community, the outdoors and our environment.
Students can participate in after-school activities in athletics, technology, and the arts.
Students take midyear and final assessments using clearly defined criteria provided by the IB. In addition, students take the ERB & MAP standardised test for benchmarking against international norms.
LCIS is a one-to-one laptop school that prioritises responsible use and provides access to the latest innovative technology.
A key aspect of the middle school model is an advisory group led by a staff member who advocates for the students and gives an instructional context for learning about personal, social and health development.
Students with learning differences or English-language needs are provided with personalised learning support.
Students have scheduled research time in their classes, as well as the opportunity to spend free time in the learning commons, accessing the current catalogue and online databases.
In addition to focusing on physical activity, our PE programme emphasises health and wellness.
Grade 8 students plan and execute a major community project in a small group.